This is an excellent question, and the short answer is yes—there is a risk of hypopigmentation (loss of skin pigment) or even hyperpigmentation (excess pigmentation) following fractional CO2 laser treatments. These risks are well-documented and can affect anyone, but the likelihood is s...
Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...